arbitrary verification
[/ˈɑːrbɪtreri vɛrɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/]
nounpl: arbitrary verifications
verificação arbitrária
1. A process of checking or confirming something based on subjective judgment rather than established standards or objective criteria
The arbitrary verification of documents without clear guidelines led to inconsistent results.
A verificação arbitrária de documentos sem diretrizes claras resultou em resultados inconsistentes.
2. In legal or administrative contexts, a review or confirmation that is made at the discretion of an official without following a predetermined set of rules
The customs officer's arbitrary verification of the shipment raised concerns about procedural fairness.
A verificação arbitrária do carregamento pelo oficial de alfândega levantou preocupações sobre justiça processual.
3. In quality control, an inspection process based on random selection or subjective choice rather than systematic sampling methods
The manufacturer faced criticism for relying on arbitrary verification instead of statistical sampling.
O fabricante enfrentou críticas por confiar em verificação arbitrária em vez de amostragem estatística.
This term is frequently used in Brazilian administrative and legal discourse to criticize procedural injustice. It carries a negative connotation, suggesting lack of transparency and fairness. In the USA, the term is commonly employed in quality control, law enforcement, and administrative law discussions to highlight concerns about inconsistent application of rules.
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